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"He's going too far." It's never enough for athletes! Always more, more, more. Paramount has revealed an official trailer for a fascinating sports documentary called Freediver, from director Michael John Warren. While this come across as a one-of-a-kind creation, this whole film seems like a response to the exceptional doc The Deepest Breath about two other famous freedivers - mainly a young Italian woman named Alessia Zecchini who was also setting records. Anyway... After geopolitics forced him into exile, one of the greatest living freedivers, Alexey Molchanov, fights to reclaim his athletic glory and honor his iconic mother's towering legacy by attempting a record setting season in the history of this deadly sport. His near-suicidal quest to set five world records in under four months brings him to the farthest reaches of the globe and his mind, forcing him to reevaluate the very skills on which he has built his entire life. Intense! This is such a scary yet beautiful sport only a few people in the world can really compete in – don't try this at home, folks. // Continue Reading ›

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Trailer #2 for FX Series 'Say Nothing' Set During Ireland's The Troubles

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"You might be missing your chance to win this war." FX on Hulu has debuted a second trailer for the series Say Nothing, set in Belfast during the infamous The Troubles period. It's out for streaming this week in the US. This historical drama limited series is created by Josh Zetumer for Disney+ and it's produced by FX Productions. Detailing four generations in Northern Ireland during The Troubles, it is an adaptation of the book Say Nothing: A True Story of Murder and Memory in Northern Ireland by Patrick Radden Keefe. The series follows the lives of people growing up in Belfast in the 1970s, 80s and 90s. Starring Lola Petticrew, Hazel Doupe, Anthony Boyle, Josh Finan, and Maxine Peake. For another great film about Belfast, Ireland, I highly recommend watching Kneecap also from this year. This series seems to be more about how a divided nation is bad and hurting each other is bad, but I'm not sure which side it will into regarding the actual politics. Is it pro-Crown or pro-Ireland? Or it's just pro-people? What do you think from this footage? // Continue Reading ›

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Official Trailer for 'The Amateur' Revenge Thriller Starring Rami Malek

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"I want to face my wife's killers, look them in the eyes, and balance the scales." Dark. 20th Century Studios has unveiled an official trailer for The Amateur, a thrilling new revenge movie from British director James Hawes (who also directed a bunch of episodes of that spy series "Slow Horses" if you want to get a sense of his cinematic style). The film follows a nerdy CIA cryptographer / software geek who manages to blackmail his own agency into training him to let him go after a group of terrorist who killed his wife in London. He realizes his bosses will not act due to conflicting internal priorities, so he takes things into his own hands. Rami Malek stars as Charles Heller, along with Rachel Brosnahan, Caitríona Balfe, Jon Bernthal, Michael Stuhlbarg, Holt McCallany, Julianne Nicholson, Adrian Martinez, Danny Sapani, and Laurence Fishburne. This reminds me of Jason Bourne at first glance, with him hopping around cities in Europe outsmarting everyone over there. Might turn out really good? Certain looks unsettling and thrilling. // Continue Reading ›

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Nanufu Wang's Cuba Activist Doc 'Night is Not Eternal' Official Trailer

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Two women, three countries, one relentless pursuit of democracy. HBO has revealed the official trailer for a documentary film titled Night is Not Eternal, the next film by doc filmmaker Nanfu Wang (One Child Nation, In the Same Breath). This recently premiered at a small film festival and is now set for a streaming launching on HBO & Max starting next week. For seven years she has followed Rosa Maria Paya, daughter of the five time Nobel Peace Prize nominated activist, Oswaldo Paya, in Rosa's fight for democracy in Cuba. Interwoven with Rosa's narrative are Nanfu’s poignant reflections on her Chinese upbringing and of eroding democratic norms in the US, revealing unsettling similarities to the authoritarian system she left behind. A powerful meditation on political change and individual action against seemingly insurmountable odds, the doc Night is Not Eternal reflects on the complexities of exile and small acts of defiance to create a narrative that crosses geographical boundaries exploring a universal longing for freedom. If you're curious, get a look. // Continue Reading ›

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Official US Trailer for Brazilian Drama 'I'm Still Here' About a Family

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"It's gotten too dangerous here..." Sony Pictures Classics has debuted the US trailer for acclaimed Brazilian film I'm Still Here, the first feature film from director Walter Salles in 12 years. He's best known for his earlier work - directing the films Central Station, The Motorcycle Diaries, Dark Water, On the Road. The film tells a true story about a Brazilian family whose father is taken by the government & never seen again. Set in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil in 1971 - a country in the tightening grip of a military dictatorship. A mother is forced to reinvent herself when her family's life is shattered by a heinous act. The lives of Eunice Paiva and her five children abruptly change after the disappearance of her husband – former Brazilian Labour Party congressman Rubens Paiva. The film stars Fernanda Torres as Eunice, Selton Mello, and Fernanda Montenegro. This first premiered at the Venice Film Festival, and after playing at tons of other festivals, it was selected by Brazil as their entry for Best International Film. It is yet another tale of South America's disappeared, this time focusing on a mother as she tries to figure out what happened to him. Worth a watch. // Continue Reading ›

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Ben Stiller in David Gordon Green's 'Nutcrackers' Fun Comedy Trailer

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"Those delinquents hot-wired a carnival ride the other night." Hulu has revealed an fun trailer for a holiday comedy called Nutcrackers, the newest comedy directed by David Gordon Green. He spent a long time making his Halloween trilogy, but it's good to see him back directing more lively & funny films like he used to (Pineapple Express, Your Highness, Prince Avalanche, Manglehorn). Nutcrackers premiered at TIFF a few months ago and is opening direct-to-streaming on Hulu at the end of November in time for the holiday season. DGG's Nutcrackers follows strait-laced and work obsessed Mike as he is suddenly thrust into being a caregiver for his rambunctious, orphaned nephews. In the most unlikely of places, 4 siblings find a loving shelter in an unexpected turn of circumstances. This endearing dramedy draws inspiration from actual events and deftly crafts a gripping story that unites everyone. Starring Ben Stiller, Linda Cardellini, Edi Patterson, Tim Heidecker, Toby Huss, Homer Janson, Ulysses Janson, Arlo Janson, and Atlas Janson. This looks kooky and funny, with a few amusing laughs, but it's a story we've seen so many times. // Continue Reading ›

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Official Trailer for 'The Bibi Files' Doc on the Netanyahus' Corruption

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"Nobody is above the law." Except pretty much every politician and billionaire. Jolt has revealed an official trailer for a new documentary film called The Bibi Files, which first premiered at the 2024 Toronto Film Festival this fall. It's described as "the documentary Benjamin Netanyahu tried to ban" by court order but it fell through. It might also be called a controversial doc, but it's only really "controversial" because it dares to tell the truth and show that Netanyahu is a corrupt, power-hungry, war criminal. Using never-seen-before interrogation footage, this investigation of Israel's PM Benjamin Netanyahu and his inner circle provides an unflinching gaze into the private world behind the headlines and the TV reports. Petty vanity and a sense of entitlement leads to corruption, and the unwillingness of the Netanyahus to give up power. The extreme right senses opportunity in Bibi’s weakness, and the dominos fall. Another powerful doc about the truth, but I still doubt it will change anything or have enough of an impact to really save more lives. We can only hope. // Continue Reading ›

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Airport Thriller 'Carry-On' Full Trailer w/ Egerton & Bateman & Carson

"You're going nowhere... I'm telling you how this goes." Netflix has unveiled the full official trailer for an X-mas thriller called Carry-On, landing to watch in December on Netflix soon. It's a new action thriller from Jaume Collet-Serra (of Orphan, Unknown, Non-Stop, The Commuter, Jungle Cruise, Black Adam), who is giving us a present of a cat and mouse thriller with some cheesy direct-to-video vibes. The setup: A young TSA agent fights to outsmart a mysterious traveler who blackmails him into letting a dangerous package slip onto a Christmas Eve flight. Who is he and can he actually stop him? The impressive ensemble cast features Taron Egerton as the main TSA agent, Jason Bateman, Sofia Carson, Danielle Deadwyler, Logan Marshall-Green, Dean Norris, Sinqua Walls, and Jason Bateman. This is finally looking like a legit thriller - reminding me of Die Hard with a Vengeance with as many twists & turns in it. Have a look below. // Continue Reading ›

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Full Trailer for Marvel's 'What If…?' Series - Season 3 with Hulk & More

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"This is the shot we have. We may not get another one... Let's finish it." Ready? Marvel has dropped the new official trailer for the latest season of What If...?, their fun anthology series taking crazy all-out "what if" imaginative looks at different characters and ideas in the MCU. This might be the final season because Marvel's own intro from YouTube states: "Witness the season that ends it all." The Watcher even comes out and says this, too. The first season launched in 2021 to mixed reviews, and this second season debuted in late 2023 one year ago. The opening once again is: Welcome back to the multiverse. So much to see in these 8 episodes! The voice cast set for Season 3 includes Jeffrey Wright as The Watcher, once again, along with Sebastian Stan as Bucky Barnes, David Harbour as Red Guardian, Laurence Fishburne as Goliath, Oscar Isaac as Moon Knight, Simu Liu as Xu Shang-Chi, Kathryn Hahn as Agatha Harkness, Anthony Mackie as Sam Wilson / Cap, Hailee Steinfeld as Kate Bishop, Hayley Atwell as Captain Carter. Plus a few other surprises, of course. Looks like it has a rad Gundam style Avengers segment. Up for an adventure? // Continue Reading ›

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Second Trailer for '2073' Doc About Fighting to Stop Climate Change

"We are worth more when we are addicted, polarized, and misinformed... than we are if we are living, breathing, free citizens." Neon revealed a second trailer for 2073, a frightening doc about climate change and the destructive future we're headed towards. Now set for a release in December in the US. It's the latest documentary film from Oscar-winning filmmaker Asif Kapadia, known for Senna, Amy, Diego Maradona, and others. 2073 is a hybrid doc - featuring a live-action sci-fi segment starring Samantha Morton living in a dystopian future ruined by climate change & authoritarianism (the year 2073); along with doc segments showing how we could get there, giving clear-eyed facts about the rise of right-wing authoritarianism and libertarianism worldwide – which won't stop climate change. "Through a genre-busting mix of archive and drama Ghost witnesses the terrifying threats facing us: a Democratic recession, the rise of neo-fascism, the Climate Disaster and the intrusion of surveillance technology. This is not science fiction. This is happening now." This premiered at the 2024 Venice Film Festival - where I saw it. Alas despite being a good idea, the film is rather boring and won't have much of an impact. Sadly. Though we do need to wake up and do more. // Continue Reading ›

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Video Game History Doc 'It's In The Game: Madden NFL' First Trailer

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"This was a piece of culture, it wasn't just a video game." Prime Video has revealed an official trailer for a documentary series called It's In The Game: Madden NFL, streaming at the end of November this fall. Sports fans shouldn't miss this! It’s one of the biggest video games of all time, a groundbreaking brand that became a worldwide phenomenon, spanning generations—but it almost never happened... This is the true story. This doc series is about the beloved, mega popular Madden NFL football video game series - which originally launched in 1988 with the classic John Madden Football (for MS-DOS & Apple II). Now, 36 years after the first game's original release, EA Sports gives viewers unprecedented access to the makers of game that changed the game, and our culture too. Presented by Prime Video and A+E Factual Studios group. "You can learn everything from playing a video game." So much footage in here. This looks like it will cover not only the cultural impact and extraordinary legacy the game has, but also the origins and how hard it was to create the first few versions of Madden games many years ago. It's a 4-part doc series event to enjoy this fall. // Continue Reading ›

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Official Trailer for 'Detective Dotson: The Movie' Video Game Comedy

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"Ready? This is it." "Kaboom!" Time for something a bit different. This is a video game movie but it's not like most other video game movies. Though at first glance it does remind me of that upcoming Minecraft Movie coming in 2025. Masala Games has revealed a fun teaser trailer for Detective Dotson: The Movie, an animated movie that's a companion piece to the game made in Unreal Engine 5. Dotson is an aspiring Bollywood star turned reluctant detective. Dotson and his friends will seek to unravel a plot that threatens the entire nation of India. The game is currently available to play on Steam and it's likely the movie will also be released on Steam as well (or just online via YouTube - stay tuned for final release details). Masala's CEO Shalin Shodhan explains: "The events in the movie happen right before the start of the game. So... kind of the perfect origin story of Dotson." There's only a few glimpses of footage in this and while it is a movie, it still looks like a glorified, extended video game cut scene turned into a "movie" to watch. Have a look below. // Continue Reading ›

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New 'Behind the Veil' Promo Video for 'Dune: Prophecy' Sci-Fi Series

"Everything to love, and nothing to hate." This is also exactly what I'm hoping for with this show. HBO has unveiled a promo featurette for the new sci-fi series Dune: Prophecy, which will begin streaming on Max later this week. Looks like it'll be worth the wait. Set 10,000 years before the birth of Paul Atreides, before the universe knew them as the Bene Gesserit... This is directly connected to Denis Villeneuve's two (so far) brilliant Dune movies but takes place in the distant past. Based on the book "Sisterhood of Dune" by Kevin J. Anderson and Brian Herbert (Frank's son). This exciting behind-the-scenes look at the epic interplanetary series includes tons of making of shots + interview bits edited into clips of footage from the big sci-fi series. Dune: Prophecy stars Emily Watson, Olivia Williams, Travis Fimmel, Mark Strong, Jade Anouka, Chris Mason, Jodhi May, Josh Heuston, Tabu, Sarah-Sofie Boussnina, Aoife Hinds, & Shalom Brune-Franklin. We've seen a handful of stellar trailers for this series already, with this promo being a final reminder to add this to your watchlist in time for its imminent debut. I'm impressed by the scope and scale of this HBO show - it's connected to Dune but telling a whole other epic story. Get a closer look below. // Continue Reading ›

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Extended D23 Brazil Trailer for MCU's 'Thunderbolts*' Big 2025 Movie

"So what? Do we all just punch and shoot?" Lock & load. Marvel has debuted a new almost 4-minute long promo trailer from D23 Brazil for their next big MCU movie Thunderbolts*. This will kick off the summer 2025 movie season opening on May 2nd, 2025 next year. A ragtag group of antiheroes is sent on covert missions for the American government. This still just looks like Marvel's MCU version of The Suicide Squad, bringing together a group of offbeat superheroes / supervillains to join up as the "Thunderbolts" and do the fed's dirty work. The fun ensemble cast includes David Harbour as Red Guardian, Hannah John-Kamen as Ava Starr / Ghost, Wyatt Russell as U.S. Agent, Sebastian Stan as Bucky, Lewis Pullman as Bob aka "Sentry", Olga Kurylenko as Taskmaster, and Florence Pugh as Black Widow Yelena Belova, plus Geraldine Viswanathan as Mel, and finally Julia Louis-Dreyfus as the handler Valentina Allegra de Fontaine. This is a much better trailer than the first teaser, spending time introducing every single one of these misfits. Bob still looks like the most interesting. And Red Guardian looks like the funniest one. Enjoy. // Continue Reading ›

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Jennifer Seward is a 'Super Happy Fun Clown' in Horror Comedy Teaser

A first look teaser trailer has debuted for the indie horror comedy film called Super Happy Fun Clown, the latest creation from indie genre filmmaker Patrick Rea (I Am Lisa, They Wait In The Dark, Shriek). It kind of sounds like a mashup between Joker and Falling Down (always worth a watch) featuring a woman this time who goes berserk and heads on a killing spree. To escape a life of oppressed obscurity, a battered former wunderkind weaponizes her obsession with clowning, serial killers, & classic movie monsters into a night of shocking infamy. Jennifer Seward stars as a woman who dresses up as "Jenn-O the Clown", who decides to let loose after realize her life is fading away. The film also features Dan Daly, Tim Shelburne, Nicole Hall, Matt Leisy, Deborah Madick, and Violet Rea. Thanks to Bloody Disgusting for the tip on this. Looks like it might turn out pretty badass - a brutal tale of vengeance from a pissed off clown. Even if it does seem like a Joker remix at least it should be a bit better than Joker 2 in the end. Check this out below. // Continue Reading ›

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One Final Trailer for Disney's Animated 'Mufasa: The Lion King' Prequel

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"You expect us to follow this hallucinating baboon?!" Nah she's right. At D23 Brazil, Disney unveiled their third & final trailer for the Mufasa: The Lion King movie, from director Barry Jenkins (of Moonlight & If Beale Street Could Talk). The story about the rise of one of the greatest kings of the Pride Lands, returns to the African savanna where Rafiki tells Kiara about her grandfather. Told in flashbacks, we're introduced to Mufasa as an orphaned cub, lost & alone until he meets a sympathetic lion named Taka—the heir to a royal bloodline. The chance meeting sets in motion a lively journey of an extraordinary group of misfits searching for their destiny. This isn't so much The Lion King 2, more of a prequel + sequel combined. With the voices of Aaron Pierre as Mufasa and Kelvin Harrison Jr. as Taka, plus all the usuals: Seth Rogen as Pumbaa, Billy Eichner as Timon, and John Kani as Rafiki. With Tiffany Boone, Kagiso Lediga, Preston Nyman, Thandiwe Newton, Mads Mikkelsen, Anika Noni Rose, Keith David, and also Beyoncé Knowles-Carter as Nala, and introducing Blue Ivy Carter as Kiara, daughter of King Simba & Queen Nala. Nothing new to see here. This still looks like an instantly forgettable, entirely unexciting series of stories that really did not need to be told. It's so strange Disney is all about this. Is anyone excited for it? // Continue Reading ›

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Another New Trailer for 'Hayao Miyazaki and the Heron' Making Of Doc

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"I'm losing my way for the first time." Miyazaki & Suzuki! One more final official trailer has debuted for a documentary film called Hayao Miyazaki and the Heron, a fascinating making of inside look at Hayao Miyazaki's The Boy and the Heron film. This originally premiered at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival as part of their special gala presentation for an Honorary Palme d'Or for Miyazaki-san + a few of his shorts. Hayao Miyazaki and the Heron is a two-hour doc film version of the behind-the-scenes TV series following animation master Miyazaki spend years crafting the animated film The Boy and the Heron, which also won the Oscar earlier this year. Japan's NHK TV originally aired another version of this doc called 2399 Days with Hayao Miyazaki & Studio Ghibli. This final "Cannes version" is a "two-hour window into the heart of Hayao Miyazaki's creative process. The documentary film follows six long years of work during the making of The Boy and the Heron." Rave reviews from Cannes call it one of the most intimate & lovely looks at this legendary filmmaker yet, following up other docs about him that have shown recently. Yep this looks great. // Continue Reading ›

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Freaky US Trailer for Exorcism Horror Thriller 'Devils Stay' from Korea

"Where did her transplanted heart come from?" Well Go USA has revealed an official trailer for a Korean horror thriller called Devils Stay, formerly known as Three Days which is the original Korean title. It's an exorcism / supernatural horror with a few twists and turns. Cha Seung-Do's (Park Shin-Yang) daughter dies suddenly. Her funeral will take place in 3 days. During the funeral, the devil wakes up from the heart of her dead body. Catholic Priest Van (Lee Min-Ki) performs an exorcism. In the intense horror film, the heart surgeon specialist doubts his daughter's death even after an exorcism, believing her heart still beats. Amid her three-day funeral, he and a priest clash over the truth, each trying to prove their stance and potentially save her life. All of this sounds freaky! The film stars Park Shin-Yang, Lee Min-Ki, and Lee Re. Looks like it gets totally wild! Not a quiet grief thriller, more of an intense all-out satanic horror. Get a look below. // Continue Reading ›

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Eva Green is a Soldier in Action Thriller 'Dirty Angels' Official Trailer

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"Call it." "We shoot our way out." Lionsgate has unveiled an official trailer for an action movie called Dirty Angels, yet another rescue in Afghanistan thriller. This is the latest movie made by Martin Campbell, best known as the director of GoldenEye, Mask of Zorro, Vertical Limit, Beyond Borders, The Legend of Zorro, Casino Royale, Edge of Darkness, Green Lantern, and many other action movies. Yet it's being dumped on VOD in the middle of December, along with a few theaters for good measure. The movie centers on a group of female soldiers who disguise themselves as medics to rescue a group of teenagers caught between ISIS and the forces of the Taliban. What an original story - more jingoistic action. Dirty Angels stars Eva Green, Maria Bakalova, Ruby Rose, Jojo T. Gibbs, Rona-Lee Shimon, Aziz Çapkurt, and Reza Brojerdi. This so wants to be The Expendables but for women with a group of soldier women going in to save the day. // Continue Reading ›

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First Look Trailer for Acclaimed Italian Film 'Vermiglio' in the Mountains

Spend some time in the mountains in Italy. An official trailer is out for the Italian film called Vermiglio, set during the end of World War II in the mountains in Italy. This first premiered at the 2024 Venice Film Festival, where it won the second place Grand Jury Prize, and was described by critics as a Terence Malick-esque tale of Italians in the mountains. It just played at the Montclair & London Film Festivals, and will also screen at Berlin's Around the World in 14 Films Festival next this winter before a US release at the end of December this year. Set in 1944, in Vermiglio, a remote mountain village. The arrival of Pietro, a deserter, into the family of the local teacher, and his love for the teacher's eldest daughter, will change the course of everyone's life there. Starring Tommaso Ragno, Giuseppe De Domenico, Roberta Rovelli, Martina Scrinzi, Orietta Notari, Carlotta Gamba, Santiago Fondevila Sancet, with Sara Serraiocco. This is only the Italian trailer but keep an eye out for this one as the film will begin an awards run in the US soon. // Continue Reading ›

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Jack Black is a Devilish 'Santa' in 'Dear Santa' Wacky Comedy Trailer

"After you make your wishes, I'm taking your soul." So this is why Jack Black grew out this gnarly beard! Paramount+ has revealed an official trailer for a comedy called Dear Santa, being sent streaming directly on Paramount+ during the Thanksgiving holidays. This fun-for-the-whole-family PG-13 holiday comedy is the latest from the Farrelly Brothers, directed solo by Bobby Farrelly (also of last year's Champions movie). Jack Black plays well, Satan, who arrives in town accidentally pretending to be Santa. When a young boy mails his Christmas wish list to Santa with one crucial spelling error, a devilish Jack Black arrives to wreak havoc on the holidays. From the hilarious minds behind Dumb & Dumber, Christmas is about to go up in flames. The cast also includes Robert Timothy Smith, Keegan-Michael Key, Brianne Howey, Hayes MacArthur, Post Malone, P.J. Byrne, Jaden Carson Baker, and Kai Cech. This looks really bad - no wonder it's skipping theaters for streaming. So much forced humor, nothing at all to laugh at in this footage. // Continue Reading ›

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Official Trailer for Argentinian Mom Comedy 'Camp Crasher' on Netflix

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"I won't bug you at all, okay?" "Why aren't you at work?" Ouch! Netflix has revealed the official trailer for an Argentinian comedy called Camp Crasher, also known as just Campamento con Mamá in Spanish. It's ready for a streaming debut on Netflix worldwide this December - if anyone is curious. Uruguayan singer / actress Natalia Oreiro stars as Patri Peiró, a control-freak mother who thinks she's cooler than she really is. Ouch! She's an overbearing mother struggling to connect with her teen son named Ramiro, determined to move in with his father. In an attempt to prove she's cool and keep him under her roof, she offers to take her son and his friends on a camping road trip while vying for his affection. The cast includes Milo Lis as Rami, Pablo Rago, Dalia Gutman, Sofia Morandi, and Sebastian Arzeno. This looks mildly amusing, like those wholesome family comedies Hollywood used to make in the late 90s / early 00s but doesn't anymore. // Continue Reading ›

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Inspirational Music Doc 'The Only Girl in the Orchestra' Teaser Trailer

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"Orin is one of the boys." Netflix has revealed a quick clip trailer for a documentary film called The Only Girl in the Orchestra, made by filmmaker Molly O'Brien. This 34-minute short film originally premiered at the 2023 DOC NYC Film Festival last year. It's getting a global release on Netflix starting in December. Trailblazing double bassist Orin O'Brien was never one to seek the spotlight, but when Leonard Bernstein hired her in 1966 as the first female musician in the New York Philharmonic, she inevitably became the focus of media attention and, ultimately, one of the most renowned musicians of a generation. Remarkable. Somehow this story didn't make it into Bradley Cooper's Maestro film about Leonard Bernstein though it should've been in there. It's also shocking / amazing that even in 1966 there was not a single woman in the entire NY Philharmonic orchestra aside from her. Glad it's not like this anymore, and glad she made history. // Continue Reading ›

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Watch: 'Over the Garden Wall' 10th Anniversary Stop Motion Tribute

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"Perhaps were all just playthings in the hands of fate... Alone, cast adrift..." Cartoon Network has debuted a fantastic 3-minute stop motion animated short film tribute to the cult classic animated series Over the Garden Wall. This original series debuted in 2014 and ran only 10 episodes for one season. It has since become a fan favorite and while they haven't ever continued with more episodes, they do recognize the love for it anyway and made this short to honor the fans. And let them know they appreciate their love. Created and animated by the legendary Aardman Animations in the UK (known for Wallace & Gromit, Chicken Run, Shaun the Sheep) this 3-minute short features Wirt, Greg and Beatrice reminiscing about the good ol' days. They got the original three voice actors back for this: Elijah Wood as Wirt, Melanie Lynskey as Beatrice, and Collin Dean as Greg, plus Frank Fairfield as the narrator. All of the little details in the forest are gorgeous, and even though it's barely 3 minutes, this is pretty much as wonderful as any short can be. Enjoy. // Continue Reading ›

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Official Trailer for 'Samson' Dark Comedy Crime Thriller with Alice Lee

"We're in this together!" Freestyle Digital Media has posted the trailer for Samson, a dark comedy crime thriller from filmmaker Ruth Du as her second feature film. This one orignially premiered at the 2023 Asian American International Film Festival last year, and will be out on VOD to watch later this month. The film tells the story of a broken up couple who are forced to work together when they are kidnapped by masked men. Director Ruth Du explains further her idea behind this: "Samson is like that sour piece of candy that has that surprise sweetness in the center, all while being wrapped in a shiny foil of a break-up story... I love exploring characters who are not what they-seem & unraveling relationships that are complex yet universal. I wanted to make a movie about race without making a movie about race." The indie film stars Alice Lee (from My Adventures with Superman, Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist), Ryan Dance, Will Brittain, and Emilio Garcia-Sanchez. This looks like it has some wacky humor that might just get a few laughs at least. // Continue Reading ›

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Official Trailer for Hitchhiker Drama 'Wayward' Starring Chloe Guidry

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"We just drop her off and go..." Abramorama has released the main official trailer for an indie film called Wayward, marking the feature directorial debut of writer / filmmaker Jacquelyn Frohlich. This one first premiered at the 2023 Deauville Film Festival last year, but is only now getting released - starting in a very select number of theaters this fall. Wayward follows eleven-year-old Cleo who becomes enchanted with the charismatic female hitchhiker who her mother picks up as they drive to their new home in Los Angeles from Idaho. When Cleo and the hitchhiker form an unlikely bond, the line between kidnapping and running away becomes dangerously blurred. The mom is played by Jess Weixler, along with Chloe Guidry as Cleo, plus Jessica Sula, Rob Morrow, Will Brittian, and Colleen Camp. An intriguing little story showing both sides of a kidnapping situation, along with this tale of a young girl feeling the need to escape her own mom. // Continue Reading ›

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Official Trailer for Western Action Thriller Film 'Ghosts of Red Ridge'

"This town done nothing but take from me! This world is dog eat dog!" Well Go USA revealed the trailer for a western action thriller called Ghosts of Red Ridge, another one of these dime-a-dozen westerns being churned out these days. Like all the other indie westerns this is being dumped to VOD without much buzz. Described as a "gritty, action-packed western with themes of redemption, justice and the supernatural." The first feature film by award-winning short film director / cinematographer Stefan Colson, the story follows a sheriff who begins uncovering the identities of the outlaws terrorizing residents when ghosts of murdered townspeople begin appearing at his door, leaving him to question whether the spirits are warning him... or seeking vengeance. The film stars Owen Williams, Trent Culkin, Griffin Wade, Mercedes Peterson, John Marrs, Mario Rocha, and Lena Wilcox. Looks like another generic western not worth your time. // Continue Reading ›

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Haunted House Vlogger Horror 'Chateau' Trailer Starring Cathy Marks

"Do you want us here?" Quiver Distribution has posted the trailer for an indie horror called Chateau, the second feature from filmmaker Luke Genton. This first premiered at the 2024 Popcorn Frights Film Festival this year and will be out on VOD to watch at home in December. "Vacation is all about escape." While on a French vacation funded by odd jobs, an aspiring influencer covertly films a vlog in a reportedly haunted chateau she's been hired to clean. This found footage horror follows two influencer idiots getting a real scare when they discover this chateau is actually, really haunted. Starring Cathy Marks and Coltron Tran as the main duo. This isn't a particularity original concept - there's also Deadstream which this film seems to be borrowing from, not to mention Rob Savage's Dashcam, and other horror that is about people going into a haunted house that they think isn't real and nothing will be there. But oh yes there is something in there... // Continue Reading ›

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Netflix's True Crime 'Cold Case: Who Killed JonBenét Ramsey' Trailer

Cold Case: Who Killed JonBenét Ramsey Trailer

"How low can you go?" Netflix has revealed an official trailer for yet another true crime doc series called Cold Case: Who Killed JonBenét Ramsey, which will be available late this month on Netflix. From the Oscar-nominated director Joe Berlinger, this three-part docuseries investigates the mishandling of the case by law enforcement and the media. Everyone who was around in the late 1990s knows this story about JonBenét Ramsey - it was major news for a long time. And still is something that people will get all riled up about. There was also another provocative doc film about it called Casting JonBenet a few years ago. This new Who Killed JonBenét Ramsey series scrutinizes the missteps of law enforcement in Boulder, CO, and the media, highlighting the relatively straightforward measures that just could have potentially solve this haunting mystery. As the series unfolds, it poses a critical question: Will Colorado authorities finally take the necessary actions to bring JonBenét Ramsey’s killer to justice and offer her family the peace they’ve long sought? An interesting question to ask before it has even debuted. Another series made for true crime fans. // Continue Reading ›

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Review: Charlie McDowell's 'The Summer Book' is Sublime & Peaceful

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"On an island everything is complete..." There's a little film playing on the festival circuit this fall (including at AFI Fest) that quietly sneaks its way into the hearts of anyone who watches it. This lovely story set on a Finnish island is the kind of wholesome, healing work of art that can provide real comfort to viewers of any age. The Summer Book is the latest feature film from American filmmaker Charlie McDowell, director of the films The One I Love, The Discovery, and Windfall before this. It's rare to come across a film that is so peaceful and sublime, never grating or meandering, so deeply in love with the magnificence of life on this planet. It's cliche to say, but it's absolutely true for this film – it feels like a really warm, nourishing hug of a film from a grandma that loves you dearly no matter what shenanigans one might get into. That's precisely the point of the film anyway – it's the tale of a young girl and her grandmother living in a little cabin on this island one summer. It's the story of one life coming to an end while another life is just beginning to blossom. // Continue Reading ›

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Time Travel Romantic Thriller 'Futra Days' Trailer w/ Tania Raymonde

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"It feels like everything is just out of my control..." Electric Ent. has revealed an official trailer for an indie romantic sci-fi film called Futra Days, created by filmmaker Ryan David. This initially premiered in 2022 at Cinquest and is finally on VOD to watch now if anyone is interested in giving it a time travel spin. After undergoing an experimental time travel "process" that sends a man into his future, he investigates the man that he has become, by engaging in a romance with his future self's girlfriend in a mind-bending reality. The movie is about Sean's yearning for escape, about being trapped, and about the price he paid in relinquishing grand ambitions. Sounds like a tragedy. Futra Days stars Brandon Sklenar, Tania Raymonde, Jordan Hearn, Emily McEnroe, and Rosanna Arquette. Director Ryan David lists the films that inspired this one: Certified Copy, Altered States, La Notte, Primer, The Rain People, Solaris, Seconds, and All That Jazz. This looks like it's not bad but not good either - right in the middle. An intriguing sci-fi concept gone awry. // Continue Reading ›

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Quick Trailer for 'Liverpool Story' Doc About the People of this UK City

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"Filmed over a year." Meet the people of Liverpool. 🇬🇧 Shut Out The Light Films has unveiled the official trailer for a documentary film called Liverpool Story, arriving in UK cinemas this month. No US release but UK cinephiles might want to keep an eye out for this. "Liverpool takes centre stage in this year-in-the-life documentary portrait. An observation of a city and its people over the passing seasons." Liverpool is a cathedral city, port city, and metropolitan borough in Merseyside, England - it became a major port city in the 17th century as a borough in Lancashire. Director Daniel Draper explains: "Liverpool's become a go-to destination for productions – easily disguised as London, New York, Moscow or even Gotham City. Given this, I thought it was time to make Liverpool the leading lady of her own movie. I spent a year walking and filming the streets of the place I call home, documenting how a city operates over a single year... making a film about humans; the importance of community, fragile memories and the passing of time." Sounds good. // Continue Reading ›

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Official US Trailer for Chinese Action Thriller 'Blasting' with Zhong Lei

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"You'll have two choices." What are they?! Well Go USA has revealed an official US trailer for Blasting, a Chinese action thriller that is finally available to watch on VOD in the US. This first opened in 2022 in China during the pandemic under the original title Life and Death Blast. A series of explosions mirror a past case from 8 years ago, prompting a joint investigation between SWAT and the Criminal Investigation Bureau. The film is adapted from the real life experiences of the original characters. It tells the story of how Qiu Jie, captain of the criminal police team of the "serious crime squad", and Xu Zhongmin, the leader of the bomb disposal team, used their flesh & blood to build a "Great Wall of Steel" to save the entire city in the face of an explosion crisis. Starring Ken Lok, Crazybarby Leni Lan, Bai Haito, and Zhong Lei. Written and directed by Wang Xiao Long. This looks exceptionally cheesy, especially the big red countdown bombs in it. // Continue Reading ›

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Douglas Booth & Alison Pill in RomCom Reboot 'Young Werther' Trailer

"If you really care for her, then move on..." Meet Werther. Lionsgate has unveiled an official trailer for a fresh indie romantic comedy called Young Werther, which is the feature directorial debut of filmmaker José Avelino Gilles Corbett Lourenço. This Canadian production premiered at the 2024 Toronto Film Fest and earned some good buzz there. It's already set for a December release on VOD in the US if anyone wants to hang out with Werther. The film is a clever contemporary adaptation of Goethe's smash hit 1774 novel of tragic romance. Set in Toronto, Douglas Booth stars as Werther - a wealthy young man who instantly falls for a woman named Charlotte, co-starring Alison Pill. "He falls more in love with her as they spend time together. She’s introverted, loves to read, and has been the main caretaker of her siblings since the deaths of their parents. A small snag to their union, however, is that Charlotte is engaged to successful lawyer Albert." It's a tale of unrequited love, but can he win he heart anyway? The cast includes Iris Apatow, Patrick J. Adams, Amrit Kaur, and Jaouhar Ben Ayed. I've seen this one and it's pretty good. Don't write it off! It's always nice to see something a bit different these days, and the terrific cast in here is the cherry on top. // Continue Reading ›

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Post-Apocalyptic Film 'Year 10' Trailer - Surviving Years After the Fall

Would you survive? Blue Fox Ent. has unveiled an official trailer for an indie survival thriller called Year 10, marking the feature directorial debut of British filmmaker Ben Goodger. It first premiered at FrightFest 2024 but it hasn't show up anywhere else. This will be on VOD in December if anyone thinks it looks good. 10 years after the fall of civilization, the few survivors have been driven to cannibalism. A young man must confront a violent tribe that has murdered his father and stolen the medicine that keeps his girlfriend alive. Taking place in a post-apocalyptic world, the film focuses on a man fighting wild dogs, nature, and other brutal humans in order to save his love. Starring Toby Goodger, Hannah Khalique-Brown, Duncan Lacroix, Alexander Anderson. I'm tired of these bland survival thrillers that are always "people will turn horrible and start eating each other!" Every time they all have the same gritty look and nothing new to offer. // Continue Reading ›

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Official Trailer for Doc 'Obsessed with Light' About Dancer Loïe Fuller

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"She was a painter of light." Film Movement has revealed the official trailer for a documentary film called Obsessed with Light, which will begin showing in art house theaters starting in December. It premiered a year ago at the DOC NYC Film Festival and has been playing at many other festivals ever since then. A film that tells the story of American performer Loïe Fuller, an early pioneer of dance, stage lighting and design. As an innovator of modern dance, Loïe Fuller (1862–1928) created a completely new kind of spectacle which combined dance, fabric & movement. She also pioneered the ingenious use of electricity for the stage, even building a glass floor so that she could be lit from below. This is her story. With the voice of Cherry Jones speaking for Fuller. Her style and techniques on stage have gone on to influence culture in so many ways, along with artists and concerts and more. She took out dozens of patents in the U.S., France and UK. Always struggling against a flood of imitators, she sued in court to protect her copyright as early as 1892. It's such an inspiring true story. I had a chance to watch this doc and it's wonderful - a truly eye-opening discovery. // Continue Reading ›

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Star Wars Kids Series 'Skeleton Crew' Trailer #2 Featuring Jude Law

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"A crew of murderous pirates is coming!" Disney has revealed their new official trailer for Skeleton Crew, a brand new entirely original Star Wars series about kids mainly meant for kids to enjoy. It's pretty much The Goonies, but set in the geeky sci-fi Star Wars universe, which actually looks kind of awesome. Ready for launch in December. The new series is created by Jon Watts (of the recent Spider-Man movies) and writer Christopher Ford (of Cop Car, Spider-Man: Homecoming, Chaos Walking). Four rough & tumble kids make a mysterious discovery on their home planet that leads them to get lost in a strange and dangerous galaxy. The series follows along as the kids get lost in a strange and dangerous galaxy and have to find their way home, meeting unlikely allies & enemies along the way. Their group includes Wim (Ravi Cabot-Conyers), Fern (Ryan Kiera Armstrong), KB (Kyriana Kratter) + Neel (Robert Timothy Smith) as the main four, who are joined by: the mysterious and enigmatic Jod Na Nawood (Jude Law) and the droid SM-33 (voiced by Nick Frost), the decrepit first mate of the Onyx Cinder spaceship. The series cast also includes Tunde Adebimpe and Kerry Condon. This looks amazing! I'm all about this - looks like a blast. Dive in. // Continue Reading ›

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Chilling Icelandic Horror Thriller Film 'The Damned' Official US Trailer

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"I wouldn't sleep if I were you... a thing like that never stops." Vertical has revealed the official trailer for the indie horror film The Damned, from young Icelandic filmmaker Thordur Palsson marking his feature directorial debut. Not to be confused with the film about US Civil War soldiers also titled The Damned from this year, this is a haunting horror set on Iceland in the past. A 19th-century widow (starring Odessa Young) has to make an impossible choice when, during an especially cruel winter, a foreign ship sinks off the coast of her Icelandic fishing village. The Damned, an ominous and chilling thriller, follows Eve and her crew as they come across a shipwreck and are faced with the moral dilemma to help or not. An atmospheric blend of drama and psychological horror that captivated audiences at the 2024 Sitges Film Festival this fall. Starring Odessa Young, Joe Cole, Siobhan Finneran, & Rory McCann. Oh damn this looks super creepy and frightening, and also so freezing cold with all that ice & snow in every shot. Horror fans should not skip this. // Continue Reading ›

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Kiernan Shipka & Nico Hiraga in Smart Comedy 'Sweethearts' Trailer

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"Two best friends, one breakup pact...what can go wrong?" Max has revealed the trailer for a fun romantic comedy movie called Sweethearts, about two college freshmen getting into some romantic trouble. From the creator of "Dollface" comes an original movie - which is skipping theaters and will be out on streaming on Max at the end of November. Two college freshmen pull a "Turkey Dump" and break up with their high school sweethearts over "Drunksgiving" – the one chaotic night before Thanksgiving in their hometown that puts their codependent friendship to the test. Kiernan Shipka and Nico Hiraga star as the best friends, with Charlie Hall, Jake Bongiovi, Caleb Hearon, Tramell Tillman, and Christine Taylor. This is a very New Jersey movie - it was shot in Jersey City and Cranford, and at Ramapo College in Mahwah. This looks surprisingly smart and unique and upbeat, featuring some really clever humor that might actually get you to laugh. Where did this come from?! I'd say it deserves to be playing in theaters not just on streaming. // Continue Reading ›

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Spy Series 'Black Doves' Trailer with Keira Knightley & Ben Whishaw

"Will you promise me that you will keep my family safe? And you will keep me alive...?" Only time will tell. Netflix has unveiled an official trailer for a conspiracy thriller spy series titled Black Doves, set against the backdrop of London at Christmas. Which is exactly why they're preparing this for release in December in time for the holidays. The title is also the name of her shadowy spy organization. Helen embarks on a passionate affair with a man who has no idea what her secret identity is. Caught in the crosshairs when her lover falls victim to the dangerous London underworld, Helen's employer's call in Sam to protect her. Keira Knightley, Ben Whishaw, Sarah Lancashire as you've never seen them before starring in Black Doves. This six-episode spy thriller arrives on December 5th worldwide. A double-crossing, mysterious thriller that leads to a vast, interconnected conspiracy linking the murky London underworld to a looming geopolitical crisis. The ensemble series cast also features Andrew Buchan, Adeel Akhtar, Tracey Ullman, Finn Bennett, Luther Ford, Andrew Koji, Kathryn Hunter, Sam Troughton, Ella Lily Hyland, Adam Silver. This looks promising - a good cast with some sneaky twists and turns hidden within. Worth a look. // Continue Reading ›

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First Trailer for Horror Comedy Asks - Who Would You 'F Marry Kill'?

"I think I'm dating the killer." Or are you?! Lionsgate has revealed the official trailer for a horror comedy movie called F Marry Kill, based on the party game "F**k? Marry? Kill?" Where you choose which of these things you would do with three people. From BuzzFeed Studios (they still exist?). When true-crime junkie Eva Vaugh is shoved into the dating app world by her besties on her 30th, she suddenly finds herself at the center of a real murder case. As new details about the local murders are revealed on her favorite podcast, she realizes that one of the three men she’s dating could be the infamous "Swipe Right Killer" terrorizing the city of Boulder! Now it's up to Eva and her ride-or-die friends to figure out which date is a f-boy, a potential husband, or a murderer. Ha ha. Starring Lucy Hale as Eva, Virginia Gardner, Brooke Nevin, Samer Salem, Jedidiah Goodacre, Brendan Morgan, Bethany Brown, & JayR Tinaco. This is trying so hard to be clever and fresh but it just doesn't look great. A weak concept despite based on this popular game. // Continue Reading ›

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Official Trailer for 'Boomers' Doc About the Rise of the Gerontocracy

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"We need to take a closer look at what divides the Baby Boomers from the rest of us." Nebula has revealed an official trailer for Boomers, a documentary film examining the Boomer generation. Finally someone went and made this and decided to tell the real story about the Baby Boomers! But it's made by a Millennial from the UK, offering a unique perspective. Here's the intro: Old people run the world. With wealth flowing upward and octogenarians in power, life for the young is tougher than ever. Join director Tom Nicholas as he uncovers the rise of the gerontocracy and the questionable legacy of the Baby Boomers. Have they really ruined the world? Why do they have so much wealth? Tom investigates how a generation that seemingly had it all has left a complicated mess for those who come after. Shot in New York, Washington DC, Florida's The Villages, Paris, and UK. I'm curious to see where this goes & the conversations that he has, how critical it gets and whether or not they have any ideas for how to make things better. Have a look at the trailer below. // Continue Reading ›

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Jharrel Jerome & Jennifer Lopez in Wrestling Film 'Unstoppable' Trailer

"I used to be angry all the time. But I'm not angry anymore." Prime Video has revealed an official trailer for a sports movie called Unstoppable, telling the true story of one-legged wrestler Anthony Robles. Based on a true story, of course, as most sports movies usually are. This first premiered at the 2024 Toronto Film Festival, and it also played at Hawaii, Chicago, Montclair, Philadelphia, and Austin Film Festivals. Starring Jharrel Jerome (seen in Moonlight, "When They See Us", "I'm a Virgo") as Anthony Robles in another outstanding performance, Unstoppable is both an irresistible sports drama and a family story full of heart. In the wrestling circle and the locker room, he has to convince two tough coaches (Michael Peña and Don Cheadle) that his grit and potential are real. At home, he contends with an outspoken and loving mother going through some growing up of her own. In addition to Jerome, the cast includes Bobby Cannavale, Michael Peña, the real Anthony Robles, Don Cheadle, and Jennifer Lopez as his mother. Looks like an inspiring and triumphant story of proving yourself capable no matter the limitations or the odds. Enjoy. // Continue Reading ›

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Another Trailer for Essential Doc Film 'No Other Land' About Palestine

"This has been going on for decades... They destroy us slowly." Dogwoof has revealed another new official trailer for the acclaimed, award-wining film called No Other Land, made by four filmmakers from both Palestine & Israel. This premiered at the 2024 Berlin Film Festival earlier this year, where it won two major awards and should've been supported by the festival. For half a decade, Basel Adra, a Palestinian activist, films his community of Masafer Yatta being destroyed by Israel's occupation, while he builds an unlikely alliance with an Israeli journalist who also wants to join his fight. I watched this doc at the Karlovy Vary Film Festival this summer and I very moved and unsettled by its portrayal of life in West Bank. There is no way anyone can watch this doc and not see, plain as day, what is really going on with Israel doing horrible things to Palestine and treating so many of these simple people so poorly. An essential, vitally important film that will open your eyes to the actual lives of many of these harmless people being attacked by Israel. The film needs all the support it can get as critics keep talking about why it's important. A must for doc fans. // Continue Reading ›

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Monstrous New Trailer for 'Godzilla: Minus One' Re-Release This Year